Front End Loader Operator Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Plant and Machinery Operator

at Scope Resources Ltd

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$38 – $42 per hour

Competitive remuneration and benefits package
Interesting job with different challenges every day
Ongoing training and development

Competitive remuneration and benefits package
Interesting job with different challenges every day
Ongoing training and development

An opportunity for a self-starter to join our team as a Plant and Machinery Operator. Applications close on 20 April 2026

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

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Quarry Operator

at Gleeson Quarries

This is a Full time job

Huntly, Waikato

Competitive wages
Room for progression
Great work environment

Competitive wages
Room for progression
Great work environment

Be part of a close-knit crew, you’ll operate a range of heavy machinery and equipment, ensure health and safety standards are met.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

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Listed twenty eight days ago

Limestone Quarry Machine Operator

at Palmer Resources Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Te Kuiti, Waikato

$30+ per hour

Both Permanent and Casual positions available
Competitive Hourly Rates
Modern Equipment

Both Permanent and Casual positions available
Competitive Hourly Rates
Modern Equipment

Machine Operator role at Supreme Lime, Te Kuiti

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

28d ago

Listed two days ago

Plant and Machinery Operator

at Scope Resources Ltd

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$38 – $42 per hour

Competitive remuneration and benefits package
Interesting job with different challenges every day
Ongoing training and development

Competitive remuneration and benefits package
Interesting job with different challenges every day
Ongoing training and development

An opportunity for a self-starter to join our team as a Plant and Machinery Operator. Applications close on 20 April 2026

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Quarry Operator

at Gleeson Quarries

This is a Full time job

Huntly, Waikato

Competitive wages
Room for progression
Great work environment

Competitive wages
Room for progression
Great work environment

Be part of a close-knit crew, you’ll operate a range of heavy machinery and equipment, ensure health and safety standards are met.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

12d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Loader Operator / Yard Worker

at Frews Contracting Limited

This is a Full time job

Belfast, Canterbury

$29 – $31 per hour

Frews Contracting is seeking to hire a full-time Loader Operator/Yard worker for our busy Factory Road, Belfast yard.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

17d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Loader Operator / Production Supervisor

at Mace Landscape Group

This is a Full time job

Takanini, Auckland

Expanding supplier of horticultural soils and landscape mulches
Focus on quality, development and workplace safety
Small team with friendly, positive team culture

Expanding supplier of horticultural soils and landscape mulches
Focus on quality, development and workplace safety
Small team with friendly, positive team culture

Lead production of custom blends & operate heavy machinery. Career growth, training & sole-charge responsibilities within growing company.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

17d ago

Listed three hours ago

Forestry Plant Operators

at C3 Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Mount Maunganui, Bay of Plenty

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Respectful & supportive management team and culture
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses

Uniform and PPE equipment provided.
Respectful & supportive management team and culture
Access to employee discounts & deals from a variety of local businesses

Experienced forestry material handlers wanted to unload and stack logs at the port using a variety of heavy forestry machinery with log grapples.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

3h ago

Listed twenty days ago

Excavator Operator

at Resourceco Limited

This is a Full time job

Cambridge, Waikato

$28 – $36 per hour

Grow your skills as an Excavator Operator. Supportive team, ongoing training, and great benefits at Resourceco.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

20d ago

Listed eight days ago

Operator - Landfill

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Dairy Flat, Auckland

$30 - $35 per hour plus great staff perks!
Dairy Flat location - the best location to go against the traffic
Training and development opportunities here within WM

$30 - $35 per hour plus great staff perks!
Dairy Flat location - the best location to go against the traffic
Training and development opportunities here within WM

Ready for your next challenge? We’re hiring a safety-focused Machine Operator to join our Redvale team!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Specialist Operator - Recycle Plant

at Fulton Hogan

This is a Full time job

Mount Wellington, Auckland

Insurances, KiwiSaver + Benefits

Work for one of NZ's Largest Civil Contractors
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals
Supportive, inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Work for one of NZ's Largest Civil Contractors
Opportunity to learn from and work with experienced industry professionals
Supportive, inclusive and diverse workplace culture

Keen Plant Operator wanted for our Mt Wellington RAP team. Operate loaders & crushers, process stockpiles, and keep the plant running smoothly

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

14d ago

Listed one hour ago

Heavy Civil Operator Wanted | Earthworks & Infrastructure

at Hirestaff Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$32 – $38 per hour

Competitive hourly rate based on experience ($32 - $38 p/hr)
Strong pipeline of civil and infrastructure projects
Supportive leadership and positive team culture

Competitive hourly rate based on experience ($32 - $38 p/hr)
Strong pipeline of civil and infrastructure projects
Supportive leadership and positive team culture

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Operator to join a highly respected civil construction company

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

1h ago

Listed eleven days ago

Multi-Skilled Operator

at Holcim

This is a Full time job

Auckland

Exciting concrete operations role based in Auckland!

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

11d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Quarry Plant Operator - Christchurch

at Isaac Construction Limited

This is a Full time job

Harewood, Canterbury

Competitive hourly rate + medical insurance

Join a growing NZ owned and operated company
Great team environment
Full forward workload

Join a growing NZ owned and operated company
Great team environment
Full forward workload

Join our Christchurch quarry team as a Plant Operator — safety‑focused, hands‑on work keeping us on target. Competitive pay, great team. Apply today!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Loader Operator

at NZ Labour Hire Group

Expiring soon

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Whangarei, Northland

$28 – $30 per hour

Full Time work 6 days a week + Potential to go full time with client
Weekly Pay + Competitive salary + Opportunity to Grow
Work within a great Team + Work alongside Leading Manager

Full Time work 6 days a week + Potential to go full time with client
Weekly Pay + Competitive salary + Opportunity to Grow
Work within a great Team + Work alongside Leading Manager

We are on the hunt for an experienced 24T Loader operator for an ongoing role in Marsden Point, working alongside the leading foreman on site.

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

26d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Loader Driver

at EQUIP Recruitment

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Loader operating experience required
Civil / plant environment
6-9 month project work

Loader operating experience required
Civil / plant environment
6-9 month project work

Experienced loader driver required for plant operations supporting a major construction project.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

24d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Quarry Operator

at Stevenson

This is a Full time job

Waikato

Guaranteed 40 hours of work
Join a H&S focused business that looks after our people & community
Increased KiwiSaver contributions once you reach service milestones

Guaranteed 40 hours of work
Join a H&S focused business that looks after our people & community
Increased KiwiSaver contributions once you reach service milestones

Join a company that is dedicated to developing new technology and processes

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

12d ago

Listed seven days ago

Earthmoving Operator Construction & Landfill

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Waipara, Canterbury

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Operator

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

7d ago

Listed four hours ago

Plant Operator

at Fulton Hogan

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Highly Competitive Remuneration Package
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Fantastic benefits including fuel discounts

Highly Competitive Remuneration Package
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Fantastic benefits including fuel discounts

Are you an experience Plant Operator looking for a change? Check out what we have to offer at Fulton Hogan!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

4h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Quarry Operator

at Winstone Aggregates

This is a Full time job

Papakura, Auckland

Hunua Quarry location
Full time hours guaranteed, weekly paid
Strong focus on safety and teamwork, with opportunities to upskill

Hunua Quarry location
Full time hours guaranteed, weekly paid
Strong focus on safety and teamwork, with opportunities to upskill

Join Winstone Aggregates as a Quarry Operator and build a solid career with training and development.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Machine Operators

at ALH Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Consistent Full-Time Hours
Weekly Wages
Ongoing Projects

Consistent Full-Time Hours
Weekly Wages
Ongoing Projects

Are you an experienced Machine Operator looking for your next opportunity? If so, ALH wants to hear from you!

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

28d ago

Listed six days ago

Chipmill Operator

at Pan Pac Forest Products Limited

This is a Full time job

Whirinaki, Hawkes Bay

Overtime rates, medical & life insurance

Keep our pulpmill moving—join the heart of production
Secure work, great perks, and a supportive team
Be part of a company that cares for people, community, and environment

Keep our pulpmill moving—join the heart of production
Secure work, great perks, and a supportive team
Be part of a company that cares for people, community, and environment

If you are passionate about plant and machinery and want a hands on role at the heart of production, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

6d ago

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